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International Conference "Paths to Implementing the UN Convention against Cybercrime: Challenges and Prospects" held at the HSE University Faculty of Law

International Conference "Paths to Implementing the UN Convention against Cybercrime: Challenges and Prospects" held at the HSE University Faculty of Law
April 23, 2026  – The Department of International Law at the HSE University Faculty of Law hosted an academic event that brought together representatives of government bodies, leading legal scholars, and experts from Russia and abroad.

HSE University Faculty of Law and the Federal University of Minas Gerais chart pathways for cooperation

HSE University Faculty of Law and the Federal University of Minas Gerais chart pathways for cooperation
On March 3, 2026, the HSE University Faculty of Law welcomed Professor Aziz Tuffi Saliba , Vice-Provost for International Relations at the Federal University of Minas Gerais (Brazil).

Debut of the faculty of law team in the Jean-Pictet Competition

Debut of the faculty of law team in the Jean-Pictet Competition
From 6 to 13 February 2026 the 49th international Jean-Pictet competition on international humanitarian law (IHL) was held in Dilijan, Armenia. A total of 48 teams participated in the full-time stage, representing Australia, Brazil, the United Kingdom, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, Singapore, the USA, France, Switzerland and twelve other countries.

HSE University Faculty of Law Students Win at a Vis Moot Pre-Moot

HSE University Faculty of Law Students Win at a Vis Moot Pre-Moot
On February 15, the HSE University Faculty of Law team secured first place at the Moscow Pre-Moot for the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. The event featured 22 teams from Russia, China, Brazil, India, France, Kazakhstan, and other countries.

Victory of HSE Faculty of Law Team at the Philip C. Jessup Competition

Victory of HSE Faculty of Law Team at the Philip C. Jessup Competition
On 8 February, MGIMO hosted the final round of the Russian national rounds of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition, which simulates proceedings before the International Court of Justice.

HSE University Faculty of Law Presents Results of Research Project "Law and Art"

HSE University Faculty of Law Presents Results of Research Project "Law and Art"
On February 3, the HSE University Faculty of Law hosted a presentation showcasing the latest outcomes of the interdisciplinary research project "Law and Art." The initiative has been underway since 2022, implemented jointly with leading cultural and artistic institutions.

BRICS Lex Model 2025: A Successful Debut of a New Format of Competitions for Law Students

BRICS Lex Model 2025: A Successful Debut of a New Format of Competitions for Law Students

Faculty of Law strengthens international relations with the Federal University of Minas Gerais (Brazil)

Faculty of Law strengthens international relations with the Federal University of Minas Gerais (Brazil)
On 31 January 2025, the Vice-Provost for International Relations of the Federal University of Minas Gerais (Brazil), Professor Aziz Tuffi Saliba, visited the Faculty of Law at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE). The visit aimed to establish and develop cooperation in the fields of science and education.

'I Absorbed Respect for the Law with my Mother's Milk'

'I Absorbed Respect for the Law with my Mother's Milk'
Mikhail Fedotov Celebrates His Anniversary on September 18

HSE Faculty of Law promotes cooperation with the BRICS countries: the launch of the Consortium of BRICS Law Schools

HSE Faculty of Law promotes cooperation with the BRICS countries: the launch of the Consortium of BRICS Law Schools
At the end of last year, HSE University invited several leading higher education organizations of the BRICS countries to bring together efforts to develop legal science and practice for the benefit of BRICS and join the Consortium of BRICS Law Schools. The initiative to create the Consortium was launched by Vadim Vinogradov, the Dean of the Faculty of Law.